RIP Original Godzilla Suit Actor Haruo Nakajima

Legendary Toho suit actor Haruo Nakajima, first person to ever wear the GODZILLA monster costume, has passed away at the age of 88.

Haruo Nakajima portrayed the King of the Monsters in 12 films, from 1954’s Godzilla to 1972’s Godzilla VS Gigan. Throughout an extensive career, Nakajima portrayed several other famous Kaiju– including Rodan, Mothra, King Kong & Frankenstein.

A shame I am not as well-versed in Godzilla with me being more of a Sentai and Rider nut.
Although I admit I am a noob with Kaiju stuff I would like to say that this man has my utmost respect in being one of the pioneers of an industry, a legacy, and one of the key elements to bringing the king of monsters to life.